03/11, 2:09pm
MacBook Pros, SSDs and more
At MacMall's St. Patrick's Day blowout sale, save $449 on a 15.4-inch Retina MacBook Pro, which has been cut from $2,199 down to $1,750. That beats the next lowest price by $330. This MBP features a 2.4GHz Intel quad-core i7 processor, 8GB of RAM and 256GB of flash storage, with both Nvidia GeForce GT 650M graphics and the Intel HD Graphics 4000 chipset. It is backed by a one-year warranty on parts and labor from Apple.
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03/07, 1:46pm
iMacs, MacBook Pros and more
MacMall.com has reduced the price of a 27-inch iMac from $1,799 down to $1,349 with instant savings and a $100 mail-in-rebate, amounting to $449 in total discounts. That makes the deal about $50 less than the lowest price offered anywhere else. This iMac features a 2.9GHz Intel core i5 processor, 8GB of RAM and a 1TB hard drive with Nvidia GeForce GTX 660M graphics, two Thunderbolt ports, and OS X Mavericks comes pre-installed. Included is an Apple wireless keyboard, Magic Mouse and one-year warranty on parts and labor from Apple.
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03/05, 10:53am
MacBook Pro line to go all-Retina
Apple is planning to discontinue the 13-inch non-Retina MacBook Pro in the second half of the year, Taiwanese supply chain sources claim. Production of the 15-inch non-Retina model was halted last year. With the elimination of its 13-inch counterpart, the MacBook Pro line would become entirely Retina-based. Apple would, moreover, be jettisoning its last MacBooks with built-in optical drives.
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03/04, 1:00pm
MacBook Pros from $999
This week, Apple's online store is offering price cuts of up to $350 off refurbished MacBook Pro models. The refurbished 13.3-inch MacBook Pro with a 2.5GHz Intel dual-core i5 processor, 4GB of RAM and 500GB hard drive has been reduced by $200 to $999. For $1,099 is the 13.3-inch Retina MacBook Pro with a 2.4GHz Intel dual-core i5 processor, 4GB of RAM and 128GB of flash storage.
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02/28, 3:06pm
Mac mini, iMacs and more
Apple's online store this week has a wide selection of refurbished desktop computers. The refurbished Mac mini with a 2.3GHz Intel quad-core i7 processor, 4GB of RAM and 256GB of solid state storage is now only $929. Save $200 on the refurbished 21.5-inch iMac with a 2.7GHz Intel quad-core i5 processor, 8GB of RAM and 1TB hard drive, now $1,099.
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02/21, 2:37pm
Mac Pro, MacBook Pro, iPad and more
Looking for a deal on a new Mac Pro can be tough, but Adorama is offering great discounts to VIP members, which requires signing up for a free account. Save $100 off the MSRP on a current-generation Mac Pro with a 3.7GHz Intel Quad-Core Xeon E5 processor, 16GB of RAM and 512GB of PCIe-based flash storage. It carries a list price of $4,399, but is reduced to $4,299 with free US shipping. A one-year warranty on parts and labor is included from Apple.
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02/18, 2:58pm
Macs from $849
Apple's online store currently offers a wide selection of refurbished computers at discounted prices. The 11.6-inch MacBook Air with a 1.3GHz Intel dual-core i5 processor, 4GB of RAM and 128GB of flash storage has been reduced to $849, a savings of $150. For $929 is the 13.3-inch MacBook Air with a 1.3GHz Intel dual-core i5 processor, 4GB of RAM and 128GB of flash storage.
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02/11, 2:51pm
MacBook Pro from $999
Right now at Apple's online store, save up to $350 on refurbished MacBook Pro models. The 13.3-inch MacBook Pro with a 2.5GHz Intel dual-core i5 processor, 4GB of RAM and 500GB hard drive has been reduced by $200 to $999. A $230 discount is offered on the 13.3-inch MacBook Pro with a 2.9GHz Intel dual-core i7 processor, 8GB of RAM and 750GB hard drive, now $1,269.
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02/07, 6:49pm
SpiShutter for MacBooks released, protects webcam privacy
Web camera privacy accessory SpiShutter has been released for Mac laptops, offering an always-available physical barrier to block the built-in camera on a Macbook Pro or MacBook Air laptop. Consisting of an opening in the center of the strip that lets its user enable the webcam by sliding the strip left or right, the SpiShutter then blocks the camera physically when not in use. SpiShutter can remain on the laptop when closed, and is coated with low-friction powder to prevent the screen from scratches. Priced at $20, SpiShutter is available in black, silver and yellow through Amazon.
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02/05, 2:46pm
Issue somehow linked to Bluetooth
Apple has issued a new support document, acknowledging a problem with AirPlay Mirroring freezing or dropping entirely. The issue appears to be limited to 2013 Mac Pro and MacBook Pro models, and only when connecting through an 802.11b/g Wi-Fi network. As a temporary solution, Apple notes that the problem can be fixed by turning off Bluetooth.
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02/04, 3:38pm
Mac notebooks from $849
Apple's online store today offers a variety of refurbished Mac notebooks at low prices. The 11.6-inch MacBook Air with a 1.3GHz Intel dual-core i5 processor, 4GB of RAM and 128GB of flash storage has been reduced by $150 to $849. A $200 discount is offered on the 13.3-inch MacBook Pro with a 2.5GHz Intel dual-core i5 processor, 4GB of RAM and a 500GB hard drive, now $999.
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01/31, 12:12pm
Exact purpose of visit unknown
Apple CEO Tim Cook is meeting with Irish Taoiseach (prime minister) Enda Kenny today after having addressed workers at the company's factory in Hollyhill, Cork, says local newspaper The Journal. Cook spoke to employees about the company's future plans. Kenny is said to be touring the factory before the meeting.
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01/28, 2:54pm
bug in Mavericks?
This week in the MacNN forums, members discuss bugs in Mavericks, slow MacBooks and more. After Grizzled Veteran "And.reg" upgraded to Mavericks late last week, a discovery was made that there was a bug in Spotlight that causes it to crash. Dedicated MacNNer "kenna" turned to the forums this week in hopes of finding a solution to a slow MacBook Pro problem that she fears may be the result of a dying hard drive.
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01/28, 2:50pm
Retina MBPs from $1,099
Apple's online store today offers a variety of discounted prices on refurbished MacBook Pro models with Retina displays. The 13.3-inch Retina MBP with a 2.4GHz Intel dual-core i5 processor, 4GB of RAM and 128GB of flash storage is now $1,099. For $1,699 is the refurbished 15.4-inch MacBook Pro with a 2.0GHz Intel quad-core i7 processor, 8GB of RAM and 256GB of flash storage.
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01/28, 2:46pm
13.3-inch MacBook Pro with Retina display save $349
This week at MacMall.com, save $349 on the 13.3-inch MacBook Pro with Retina display at MacMall.com. This MBP was priced at $1,899, but has been reduced to only $1,550. That makes this about $250 less than the lowest price we've seen anywhere else, and free US shipping is included. This MacBook Pro features a 2.6GHz Intel dual-core i5 processor, 8GB of RAM and 512GB of flash storage. It is backed by a one-year warranty on parts and labor from Apple.
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01/21, 2:39pm
Retina MBP from $1,599
Right now, Apple's online store has a variety of refurbished MacBook Pro models with Retina displays on sale. A $500 discount is offered on the 15.4-inch Retina MBP with a 2.3GHz Intel quad-core i7 processor, 8GB of RAM and 256GB of flash storage, now $1,599. For $1,659, after a $540 discount, is the 15.4-inch MacBook Pro with Retina display, 2.4GHz Intel quad-core i7 processor, 8GB of RAM and 256GB of flash storage.
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01/16, 9:45pm
Problem possibly linked to bad solder, poor thermal paste application
As evidenced by a growing thread on the Apple Support Community, some early 2011 models of Apple's MacBook Pro line are continuing to suffer from a GPU overheating flaw, eventually requiring a motherboard replacement -- generally at the user's expense, unless the owner elected to purchase AppleCare. To date, Apple is treating each incident as an isolated event, despite numerous reports.
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01/15, 4:10pm
Dips cost down to $1,099
The 2013 version of the 13-inch Retina MacBook Pro has arrived at Apple's online refurb store, following in the wake of its 15-inch counterpart. Two stock configurations are available: the first is a 2.4GHz dual-core i5 model, also equipped with 4GB of RAM and a 128GB SSD. That option is $1,099, $200 less than at retail.
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01/15, 2:03pm
4K monitor with OS X
This week in the MacNN forums, members discuss a wide range of topics from 4K displays to iPhone Wi-Fi problems. Mac Elite "FireWire" was wondering if a 4K display that was attached to a Retina MacBook Pro would have scaling that is similar to the Retina display, or if the icons and text would just be "ridiculously small." Today, "Eden Aurora" was asking what files are necessary for transferring video from iMovie 9 to iMovie 10.
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01/15, 2:01pm
Macs from $509
Apple's online store today has a selection of refurbished Macs priced as low as $509. The refurbished Mac mini with a 2.5GHz Intel dual-core i5 processor, 4GB of RAM and a 500GB hard drive is first up at $509, which is $90 off the list price. Priced at $849, after a $150 discount, is the 11.6-inch MacBook Air with a 1.3GHz Intel dual-core i5 processor, 4GB of RAM and 128GB of flash storage.
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01/15, 1:58pm
MacBook Pros, 4K HDTVs and more
The 15.4-inch MacBook Pro is available right now at MacMall.com for the reduced price of $1,600. That's $200 off the list price of $1,800, and until January 31, save an additional $50 through a mail-in rebate that drops the price down to $1,550 -- making it the lowest price we have seen on this Mac model by about $50. Free US shipping is included, but sales tax applies for residents of California, Tennessee and Wisconsin. This MBP features a 2.3GHz Intel quad-core i7 processor, 4GB of RAM and a 500GB hard drive with Mountain Lion pre-installed. A one-year warranty on parts and labor is included from Apple.
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01/07, 3:30pm
MacBook Pro as low as $999
Apple's online store today has a vast selection of refurbished MacBook Pro models available for as little as $999. The 13.3-inch MacBook Pro with a 2.5GHz Intel dual-core i5 processor, 4GB of RAM and 500GB hard drive has been cut by $200 to the aforementioned $999. A $470 discount is offered on the 13.3-inch Retina MacBook Pro with a 2.6GHz Intel dual-core i5 processor, 8GB of RAM and 256GB of flash storage, now $1,229.
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12/31, 2:41pm
MacBook Pro, Mac Mini, iPod touch and Apple TV
Today at Apple's online store, find savings on refurbished MacBook Pro models, iPods and more. The 13.3-inch refurbished MacBook Pro with a 2.5-inch Intel dual-core i5 processor, 4GB of RAM and a 500GB hard drive has been reduced by $200 to $999. A $350 discount is offered on the 15.4-inch MacBook Pro with a 2.3GHz Intel quad-core i7 processor, 4GB of RAM and 500GB hard drive, now $1,449.
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12/27, 1:33pm
MacBook Air and MacBook Pro
At Apple's online store, find savings on refurbished MacBook Air and MacBook Pro models starting as low as $849. The 11.6-inch MacBook Air with a 1.3GHz Intel Core i5 processor, 4GB of RAM and 128GB of flash storage has been cut to $849, a savings of $150. A $170 discount is offered on the 13.3-inch MacBook Air with a 1.3GHz Intel dual-core i5 processor, 4GB of RAM and 128GB of flash storage, now $929.
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12/24, 2:03pm
MacBook Pro from $999
Today at Apple's online store, find refurbished MacBook Pro models priced as low as $999. The 13.3-inch MacBook Pro with a 2.5GHz Intel dual-core i5 processor, 4GB of RAM and 500GB hard drive has been cut by $200 to $999. A $350 discount is offered on the 15.4-inch MacBook Pro with a 2.3GHz Intel quad-core i7 processor, 4GB of RAM and 500GB hard drive, now $1,449.
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12/17, 6:56pm
MacBook Air, MacBook Pro and more
BestBuy.com has reduced prices on the current generation MacBook Air models. The 11.6-inch MacBook Air has been reduced from $1,000 down to $900 with free shipping. That discount makes this the best price we've seen by about $30, but bear in mind that sales tax applies for residents of most states. This MacBook Air features a 1.3GHz Intel Core i5 processor, 4GB of RAM and 128GB of flash storage. A one-year limited warranty on parts and labor is included from Apple.
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12/10, 4:12pm
MacBook Pro, iPad Air and more
On sale at BestBuy.com is the 13.3-inch MacBook Pro which has been reduced from $1,199 down to $999. That $200 discount makes this the best price we've seen on this Mac model by about $50. Free shipping is included, but sales tax applies for residents of most states. This MBP features a 2.5GHz Intel Core i5 processor, 4GB of RAM and a 500GB hard drive. A one-year limited warranty on parts and labor is included from Apple.
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11/08, 3:04pm
up to $630 off 15.4-inch MacBook Pros
Apple's online store has a variety of refurbished MacBook Pro models with steep discounted prices. The 15.4-inch MacBook Pro with a 2.3GHz Intel quad-core i7 processor, 4GB of RAM and a 500GB hard drive has been cut by $350 to $1,449. A refurbished 15.4-inch MBP with Retina display, a 2.3GHz Intel quad-core i7 processor, 8GB of RAM and 256GB of flash storage has been reduced by $500 to $1,599.
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11/07, 3:15pm
EFI update fixes keyboard issues
Apple on Thursday released a software update to address an issue that made keyboards and trackpads unresponsive on its newest Retina MacBook Pros. The update, available through Apple's Support Pages, is recommended for 13-inch, late-2013 MacBook Pros with Retina Displays. Prior to the update, the only way to address the issue was to perform a hard reset on a device.
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11/04, 10:27am
Moshi releases screen protector for iPad Air, hardshell case for MacBook Pro
Available as of November 1, Moshi has released two new accessories for iPad Air and MacBook Pro. The iVisor AG (anti-glare) is the latest addition to its line of reusable screen protectors, and is designed to be air-bubble free, provide enhanced scratch protection, and reduce fingerprints and smudging. The iGlaze, originally only available in MacBook Air and Retina versions, is now available for the 13-inch MacBook Pro. The hardshell-style case provides durable protection while remaining thin, due to its polycarbonate construction and micro-clip design.
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11/01, 2:24pm
15.4-inch Retina MBPs for $1,599 and up
Apple's online store is currently offering a range of refurbished 15.4-inch MacBook Pro models with Retina displays starting as low as $1,599. A $500 discount drops the price on the 15.4-inch MacBook Pro from June 2012 with a 2.3GHz Intel quad-core i7 processor, 8GB of RAM and 256GB of flash storage down to $1,599. The refurbished Retina MBP with a 2.4GHz Intel quad-core i7 processor, 8GB of RAM and a 256GB SSD released in February of 2013 has seen a $540 drop to $1,659.
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10/31, 8:55pm
Earlier, later models not affected; Apple likely to resolve issue soon
Storage accessory company FirmTek has reported that a specific model of MacBook Pro has mysteriously lost support for its own ExpressCard slot under OS X Mavericks (10.9). Users upgrading a 17-inch model from 2010, otherwise known as "MacBookPro6,1" under the extended "About This Mac" information, will find that cards of any sort inserted into the built-in ExpressCard slot do not work, even after drivers are reapplied. The problem does not affect earlier or later models.
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10/30, 9:13pm
No date on patch, likely to be firmware-based
Apple has acknowledged the widespread keyboard and trackpad trouble reports with its new MacBook Pro models, unveiled last week. The problem manifests itself as a total freeze of input from either the trackpad or keyboard, and appears to affect every size and configuration of the laptop computer.
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10/28, 11:12am
Hard reset only solution so far
Owners of the new MacBook Pros are complaining about their keyboard and trackpad controls periodically freezing up, according to threads on Apple's official support forums. The problem appears to affect every size and configuration of the Pro. The only definite solution so far is a hard reset, although some people suggest that forcing sleep by closing the lid and reopening it may also get control back.
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10/25, 10:41pm
Boosts MacBook graphics 40 to 65 percent faster than previous generation
Benchmarking tests on the latest Apple MacBook Pro models have revealed that the new Iris integrated graphics systems from Intel is considerably faster than the previous generation -- up to 65 percent faster, in fact. Two different test suites (Cinebench r15's OpenGL and Unigen's Heaven) showed improvements between 40 and 65 percent on the graphics performance compared to a similarly-specced early 2013 MacBook Pro.
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10/25, 3:33pm
new Retina MBPs, Mavericks is free and more
Today in the MacNN forums members discuss a range of topics following the announcements from Apple earlier this week. Moderator P got the conversation going about the specs on new Retina MacBook Pros. Shock and amazement swept through the forums earlier this week as Apple announced the price for the latest upgraded to the Mac operating system titled Mavericks.
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10/25, 3:31pm
MacBook Pros and iPods
This week at Apple’s online store save on a variety of MacBook Pro and iPod models. Starting at only $999 is the 13.3-inch MacBook Pro with a 2.5GHz Intel dual-core i5 processor, 4GB of RAM and a 500GB hard drive. A $440 discount is offered on the 13.3-inch Retina MacBook Pro with a 2.5GHz Intel dual-core i5 processor, 8GB of RAM and 128GB of flash storage, now $1,059.
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10/25, 7:21am
Larger MacBook Pro less repairable than 2012 model
The latest versions of the MacBook Pro notebooks with Retina displays are both very difficult to repair, according to a new teardown by repair outfit iFixit. Though the internal design of the 15-inch model has received a few updates compared to last year's model, the 13-inch version is said to have a completely reworked interior.
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10/24, 3:57pm
Working on iMac, MacBooks
Electric car maker Tesla has hired on Apple's Doug Field as its new head of vehicle engineering programs, reports say. While at Apple Field was the company's Hardware VP, working first under Bob Mansfield, and later Dan Riccio. His resume also includes time at corporations like Segway, DEKA, and Johnson & Johnson.
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10/24, 1:34pm
New MacBook Pros take the Geekbench 3 test
Both of Apple's new MacBook Pro models have been put to the test, and the higher-end model appears to show significant gains over its predecessor. Primate Labs ran both the 15-inch and the 13-inch Retina MacBook Pros through the Geekbench 3 benchmark tests, finding improvements in performance for both devices. The 15-inch model sees about an eight percent improvement overall, while the 13-inch rated a four percent all-around improvement.
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10/22, 8:30pm
Lots of MacBook Pros, iPads, iMacs and Minis on offer
On the heels of new product and software announcements, Apple has also re-stocked its Refurbished online store with a larger-than-normal selection of MacBook Pros, iPads, iMacs and Mac mini models. In particular, the company looks to be clearing out a backlog of older iPad models, ranging from the iPad 2 up to the current fourth-generation iPad and the original iPad mini. Prices are on par for the Refurbished store, and as usual includes a full warranty from Apple.
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10/22, 3:41pm
Up to 29 percent off MacBook Pro
Today at Apple's online store, save on a variety of refurbished MacBook Pro models. The 13.3-inch MacBook Pro with a 2.5GHz Intel dual-core i5 processor, 4GB of RAM and a 500GB hard drive has been cut by $200 to $999. A 29 percent price break is offered on the 13.3-inch Retina MBP with a 2.5GHz Intel dual-core i5 processor, 8GB of RAM and 128GB of flash storage: it has been cut to $1,059.
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10/22, 2:02pm
13- and 15-inch now standard with Retina display, Haswell
As part of its wide-ranging presentation of new products today, Apple has announced new MacBook Pro models that are available immediately. Retina-quality displays are now standard across the line, while prices on the starter models have dropped by $200. The basic 13-inch model now sports a 2.4Ghz i5 "Haswell" processor, 4GB of RAM standard and a 128GB SSD (PCIe-based) for storage, along with 802.11ac for Wi-Fi and Thunderbolt 2 for connectors. Both models are 0.71 inches thick, with the 13-inch weighing 3.46 pounds and the 15-inch model just one pound heavier.
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10/20, 6:08pm
KGI's Kuo sees iPad mini with A7 as well
At its highly anticipated annual iPad event, Apple will unveil a thinner, lighter iPad with an A7X processor, but with no Touch ID biometric sensor, according to the latest word from well-connected KGI analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. A recent report from Kuo, picked up by 9to5Mac, says that Apple will on Tuesday show off a full-size iPad that is 20 percent lighter and thinner than the previous generation. Kuo also believes Apple will reveal a new, more powerful iPad mini and MacBook Pro models powered by Intel's Haswell chips.
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10/18, 3:17pm
MacBook Pros, Mac minis and more
All MacBooks are on sale now at BestBuy.com, with big savings on a wide selection of models. The 13.3-inch MBP with a 2.5GHz Intel Core i5 processor, 8GB of RAM and a 500GB hard drive is now $1,050 after a $150 price cut. Save $350 on the 15.4-inch Retina MacBook Pro with a 2.6GHz Intel Core i7 processor, 16GB of RAM and a 768GB flash drive which was $3,500, but is now $3,150.
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10/15, 12:14pm
New Macs, iPads anticipated
Apple has sent out email invitations asking the press to attend an October 22nd event in San Francisco. The presentation is being hosted at the Yerba Buena Center, and will start at 10AM Pacific time. The invite features the slogan "we still have a lot to cover," and an Apple logo on top of a bed of multi-colored leaves reminiscent of Apple's iOS 7 aesthetics.
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10/15, 8:53am
Launches in quick succession after Oct. 22 event
Release dates have been leaked for the products Apple is expected to announce on October 22nd, says French site MacG. An updated MacBook Pro is slated to launch on the 24th or 25th, followed by the fifth-generation iPad and second-gen iPad mini on the 30th or the 31st. The overhauled Mac Pro is only forecast for November 15th.
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10/14, 10:06pm
Forum threads indicate unaddressed flaw in some AMD cards or Apple graphics software
Detective work and anecdotal evidence by users in an Apple Support Communities thread about problems with discrete graphics cards in some MacBook Pros has narrowed down a range of possible flawed cards (or flawed switching software controlling the cards' use) in machines from early 2011 that use Apple's automatic switching between an integrated graphics chipset and a built-in discrete AMD card. Owners with the AMD Radeon 6750M GPU seem to be the most affected, but other Radeon cards are involved as well.
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10/01, 5:10pm
SMC update addresses battery bug
Apple has released several firmware updates for its MacBook Pro and MacBook Air notebooks. The MacBook Pro Retina SMC update v1.1 addresses an issue that is said to cause slow frame rates when playing graphics-intensive games with the 15-inch model, along with separate issues relate to Power Nap, waking from sleep and fan control.
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09/27, 9:00am
Deals on MacBook Pros and iPods
Apple's online store has a vast selection of refurbished Mac and iPod models at bargain prices. The 13.3-inch, 2.5GHz MacBook Pro with 4GB of RAM and a 500GB hard drive has been reduced to $999, a savings of $200. The refurbished 32GB iPod touch 4G has now dropped to only $179, which is $40 less than its original list price of $219.
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